Michelle Maren was born in New Jersey. After leaving home at the tender age of 17, she sought fame and fortune in New York. In 1981, she won the titles of "Miss Chelsea" and "Miss Big Apple" and then decided to take her chances in Atlantic City. At Resorts International Casino, she worked on stage as an assistant to magician Richiardi in the show, "Witness the Impossible." Her image appeared on many men's magazine covers and she also appeared in "National Lampoon."